Company/Organization

Xiao Lou Bistro & Bowl

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From Budding to Rooting: Exploring the Localization of Sustainable Restaurants in China

Abstract

Founded in 2021, Xiao Lou Bistro & Bowl became the first restaurant in China to fully commit to the eight principles of the Good Food Pledge. While Europe and North America have established certification systems for sustainable restaurants, in China only a few consciously embrace this approach. As a trailblazer, Xiao Lou endured more than two years of pandemic-related challenges and emerged resilient, now poised to serve as a reference point for the industry’s exploration of sustainability. Its journey—regardless of ultimate success or failure—offers valuable insights that merit close attention and reflection.

Keywords

sustainable restaurant, chef’s leadership